ENDORSEMENTS - The Pros, Cons, And MYTHS | Drum Beats Online

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Who's your dream company to get endorsement from? Let me know!👇 ►Get my FREE lesson course "The Working Drummer Roadmap" 👉 bit.ly/WDRoadmap

[@akhileshnair13]

Meinl and DW

[@hillslionel2962]

Zildjian and Pearl

[@russell_kberg1]

Drum Beats Online I think meinl and Vic Firth are great company’s, when I started playing I started with Vic Firth sticks and all the demo’s of meinl cymbals I have heard are great, but I feel like different companies are for me(Zildjian,promark,Evans,pearl,Axis percussion for pedals) keep up the good work on All your vids!

[@ccjacks3]

DW & Zildjian...or Ludwig & Paiste...or Yamaha & Sabian. With Evans and Promark.

[@DrumBudge]

Natal drums, meinl and Evans with vater sticks

[@SezamMusic]

My dream : - Meinl Heads - Tama Cymbals - Remo Sticks - Vic firth Drum kit

[@alexbeattiemusic]

And Zildjian cymbal felts?

[@iversollid4975]

Remo actually released sticks now lmao.

[@AMJ564]

What about the Sabian Angel drive double kick pedals? Ive heard they are pretty cool

[@mdrumjack]

- Roland drumming shoes.

[@aidenallen4655]

And paiste kickdrum beaters

[@MrLowercase42]

Once I get that Moongel endorsement I'm golden!

[@offbeatdrumcompany2568]

Some very valid points man! Endorsements are a relationship with a company, not a giveaway.

[@DrumBeatsOnline]

Absolutely!

[@frankspikes4867]

Great point. I have a few friends that are endorsed. They don't know each other, but pretty much said the same thing. When ever they play out or make videos they have to use what ever company they use product. Most of the time, it's not an issue. But if you're playing a backline kit that could be a problem. If I were endorsed, I'd go with zildjian. I love the way most of thier products sound. And it's what I use already. First drum choice is ludwig. I love how they sound. And thier not crazy expensive. Second choice is a tie between Gretsch, and PDP. Vic Firth sticks, remo heads, and Gibraltar, or dw hardware.

[@jeremyreyes6631]

0:55 now he’s endorsed by pearl 🤯🤯

[@andrewmayer2443]

Dream team: Zildjian cymbals SJC custom drums Vic Firth sticks Remo heads

[@ryanlee4412]

Andrew Mayer wow that’s my exact dream team also

[@zagorith14]

I would swap out SJC for Tama or Sakae and Remo for Evans, but a great selection nevertheless. Can't go wrong with those great companies. Fantastic gear.

[@George-cb8hj]

Perfect :)

[@oobernoober7617]

Stop reading my mind

[@mcmcmc9106]

Meinl, Tama or Sonor, Vic Firth and Evans

[@sdjmalik]

The myths are absolutely true. great video 👍🏾

[@andrewgrissom1419]

sdjmalik ayyeeeee welcome to a kit channel

[@joshua6372]

Remo that's it! I've tried Evans, Aquarian, and Attack but I always go back to Remo. .. sticks will break and cymbals will crack (costly replaced)... but the heads are what makes the difference live.

[@KaceyPlaysDrums]

Gabe, you’re a total goober and I love it. Very funny and informative, great work! Meinl and Sleishman Drums are my dream endorsement companies. Unique and brilliant sounds that you can’t get anywhere else!

[@DrumBeatsOnline]

Haha thanks Kacey! That sounds like a killer combo

[@BuckAugust]

Enjoyed the humor and facts. Thank you for sharing! My dream company is Zildjian. 🙌

[@DrumBeatsOnline]

Thanks Buck!! You've got this!

[@joshjohnson9034]

Been a diehard Meinl fan for years. I was the first person in my town to get them and I've never played anything else since. Don't see that ever changing. Meinl doesn't miss a beat 🥁

[@drumaboyiglobal]

Meinl: Cymbals Sonor: Drums DW: Hardware (I cant leave my DW9000 lol) Vic Firth: Sticks

[@andysimmons311]

Exactly the same with me!

[@DrumeRGray]

Zildjian cymbals, Tama drums and hardware, Evans heads, and Ahead drumsticks. I’ve had this combo for about 12 years and have been loving everything.

[@jasonlandis2106]

This guy has both my dream endorsements Vic Firth (love their sticks) and Meinl I have a Meinl classic customs 14" inch trash cymbal as of rn and I love it

[@geoffarcuri7877]

I had a Pork Pie endorsement, Pro Mark and Aquarian. None of it was free and all were heavily dependent on my record deal and tour schedule. I was wanting a pork pie kit when I got that deal. Pro Mark approached me after a show in Houston. I was put in touch with Aquarian but never loved their heads so I let that one go and paid retail for Evans. I was very fortunate to play brands that I loved and I would’ve chosen anyway. Great to have support out on tour.

[@nielsurban6392]

Drum kit: Don't really know, probably Pearl or Tama Cymbals: PAISTE Sticks: Vic Firth

[@Chriswasreigns]

My dream: Pearl Drums DW Hardware Sabian Cymbals Remo Heads Vic Firth Sticks Porter and Davies drum throne with Buttkicker and Humes&Berg Drum cases

[@robbievalentine8239]

You're a really smart guy Gabe. This parlay is impressive. Dig the content dog keep it up.

[@MatthewRBenavides]

My dream: Meinl Tama Vic Firth Evans

[@andrewgarrettdrums]

Matthew Ryan Sameeeee

[@ThePrateekPradhan]

Meinl Tama Promark Remo Puresound

[@dylanbaldwin7934]

Sabian ludwig remo vater

[@JeffRandallDrumming]

Great info boss!

[@DrumBeatsOnline]

🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@BenSamuelDrums]

I am finding myself liking every video lately... (You are great), carry on Gabe🤘

[@DrumBeatsOnline]

🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@N3V2-Nevto]

hope this explains to all upcoming amazing drummers in our community :D This vid is awesome bro! I always having a dream of owning a Ludwig drum set and a local branded Armada cymbals,

[@dentingosprey9181]

Cymbals: Meinl Sticks: Vic firth Drum kit: DW or Pearl Drum heads: remo

[@danielortega3647]

I had a zildjian endorsement about 20 years ago when I toured. I was given 70% off on any purchase made.

[@lifeofapotato4595]

-Tama Staclassics Bubinga /DW collectors series drums -Tama's Hardwares -Paiste Cymbals -Evans head -Promark sticks

[@ZeusNasty]

I want to be endorsed by Los Cabos drun sticks! I trued their sticks and fell in love the black widow sticks.

[@The_Drummer_TLT21]

Definitely Sabian Cymbals. I have just got 2 cymbals that are on my list for my dream set up, 20" HHX evolution ride and 18" AAX xplosion crash.

[@earlsweez7927]

tajai taylor i have the evolution ride and i love it

[@johnnyperki6267]

Easy: meinl and Tama

[@DrumBeatsOnline]

Heck yeah

[@theunknown3347]

Same dude same I’ve been playing with both for 16 years now and I’m only 18 and I’m in 2 bands that are pretty well known around my area

[@tategraham4196]

Sabian and Tama 😍

[@johnnyperki6267]

@@tategraham4196 istanbul and tama would be amazing

[@jasonlandis2106]

Lars Ulrich fan UP TOP BROTHER

[@jasoneilersdrumvideos939]

I'm currently endorsed by TRX Cymbals, Xcel Drumsticks, TnR Products, and The Sweet Spots Drum Dampeners. They're small/medium companies, but I love the gear I use.

[@DrumBeatsOnline]

That’s awesome! So glad to hear that it’s working out for you!

[@thomasheath3900]

My dream endorsement combo would be Meinl Cymbals, Vic Firth Sticks, Pearl Drums, and Evans Heads

[@SingerOfTruth76]

I’d want to be endorsed by AHEAD sticks. I’m hooked on their $30-a-pair metal sticks.

[@kaidenstory768]

How do they sound? I assumed metal sticks would sound like garbage, like a worse nylon?

[@trashboy9517]

@@kaidenstory768 They have nylon tips and they have ( i think) polyurethane sleeve covers so that you dont break your cymbal but the "core" part is metal

[@matthewpurcell6943]

Kaiden Story I’ve had them. Hated them, sounded too harsh and also are very hard on cymbals, no matter what you wrap it in, you’re still hitting with metal.

[@TheodoreDorado]

Duuude I used to rock those consistently back in the day and was obsessed!

[@TheodoreDorado]

@Rick Delair 15 YEARS lol. Yessss.

[@moonodude17]

For me, the Dream Team would be: -Gretsch -DW (hardware) -Remo -Vic Firth -Meinl -64 Audio

[@ddrum1090]

Any other SONOR nuts in the chat?? Great video Gabe, I think almost every company makes a solid product nowadays. There's always personal preference, but relationships matter the most! Until you're Vinnie C. and can get companies to drool just over the thought of having you, I think it's the best move to choose the one that works the best logistically and is also the most reliable. If I ever got a major endorsement from a larger drum company, that would make my world, just for honors sake!! Of course, it's on my end to market myself.

[@therestingmitchface6241]

I have a Sonor kit, but the wrap started to discolor, and the people that I bought it from dented it. So I took the wrap off and stained the shells

[@brunotorres9900]

My dream company... Sticks: Vic Firth Cymbals: Meinl Drums: Tama Heads: Evans In-Ears: Shure

[@lessandriraphaeldelacruz8390]

My dream - -Meinl cymbals -Evans heads -Mapex drums -Vic Firth sticks

[@RichmondVillanueva]

Mine are the following- Cymbals: Zildjian Drums: Sonor Sticks: Promark Heads: Remo

[@maybelooking]

My dream company would be DW drums. Ive played them exclusively for about 7 years now. Who knows maybe it will happen!

[@kevineatondrumchannel]

Dream companies: -Ludwig Drums -Paiste Cymbals -Vic Firth Sticks -Remo Drum Heads

[@mattmo8648]

Tama, Sabian (or Meinl. They're on my kit now, and have been growing on me), D'Addario (evans and promark). pretty much has everything you need covered

[@edarko1]

Tama drums, Paiste , Vic Firth,...that's all I need. Lol

[@thepopeofitaly1559]

Meinl, Tama, and Evans. I love all three.

[@timmydodd1978]

Great video Gabe! This past NAMM Show, I was recently lucky enough to have a company believe in me to get me hooked up with a full set of cymbals at artist discount, and agreed to put me on their website as an endorser. I feel like I got more than I deserve, but am still grateful. That company of amazing people and fantastic cymbals is Amedia Cymbals. They are all handmade in Turkey: My other dream companies are Remo and Vic Firth. I’m not sure about what drum endorsement I would want yet, but I have a vintage Ludwig I really love.

[@DrumBeatsOnline]

Heck yeah Timmy, that's awesome!

[@sahilwanikar4283]

Drums: Tama or Pearl Sticks: VIC FIRTH cymbals: meinl or sabian

[@jobinski42]

For me it would easily be: Cymbals: Sabian Heads: Aquarian Drums/hardware: Tama Sticks: Vater Great video! Your efforts are really appreciated!

[@Drummerjon]

my dream endorsements are- drums- Pearl cymbals- Meinl sticks- Vater heads- Evans hardware- Pearl ears- 64 Audio

[@doubaz]

This is the best endorsement video I have seen. 100% spot on in terms of the ins and outs of endorsements!! Thanks for making this video man :)

[@Dormin47]

Dream Drum Setup: - SJC Drums - Zildjian Cymbals - Evans Heads - Vic Firth Sticks

[@bocox4925]

Zildjian cymbals, mapex drums, TAMA hardware, Evans heads, and promark sticks

[@mendozagabo3657]

Meinl cymbals, the buttery spicy sound and the artists they work with are amazing!! someday i will be working with them, hopefully. and promark sticks, drums and heads, i still have not make my choice. and i like what i have now in terms of drums and heads

[@NateBlond]

really good video man! 👊🏻

[@DrumBeatsOnline]

Thanks Nate!

[@jacobfriedman4135]

Zildjian would be a dream. But I look at it from the angle of no matter what, I’m still going to be playing drums for a living and if I happen to catch a companies attention along the way that would be great!!!

[@heberluviano1584]

My dream company to get endorsed by would have to be Istanbul AGOP for cymbals, Remo for heads, Promark for sticks, and Ludwig for drums. All of these brands simply provide the sound and feel that I prefer and think sound the best.

[@gabrielfrench8382]

Dream company... I love Evans drum-heads, but at the same time I play an old Mapex kit so getting a drum endorsement from a company like Pearl would be sick as well. I've never broken a pair of sticks so I wouldn't be worried about stick endorsements, but cymbals--honest to God I wouldn't care the cymbal endorsement--whether it be Sabian, Zildjian, or Meinl, that'd just be awesome (Personally I have Meinl 14" MCS hi-hats which are crisp, Zildjian 16" & 18" ZBT crashes which have such a melodic tone, and an old Tama 20" ride I got for $20 that isn't super ping-y for live performances and I love it.).

[@graysonherbert4604]

I don't have a dream endorsement for drums, heads, or sticks, but I do for cymbals. My dream company would be Meinl. I absolutely love so many Meinl cymbals from so many lines, and the Meinl family has so many talented drummers that inspire me. I would be honored to join their ranks. Maybe some day I will be part of the Meinl family too.

[@PatrickBuzoDrums]

Endorsements area tricky thing, I just signed a deal.. www.patrickbuzo.com/post/2019/07/15/how-i-got-an-endorsement-deal-with-murat-diril-cymbals

[@AnonYmous-df7sy]

Zildjian cymbals SJC/Gretsch drums Vic Firth sticks Remo heads

[@derek5168]

If you like certain drums cymbals or sticks you use them because it helps you express your art to your maximum advantage no other reason 💯

[@torment-ge3wo]

Thank you for this great information! My dream companies will be DR Customs for drum kits, Paiste for cymbals, Tama for hardware, Remo for drumheads, Promark for drumsticks and Trick Drums for pedals.

[@camrocks9764]

Pearl drums Zildjian Vic Firth

[@scaddc]

My dream endorsements woukd be Zildjian Cymbals, Pro-Mark Drum Sticks, Remo Heads, Gibraltar Hardware, and DW Pedals. These are all companies that I have spent my own money on their products, some for many, many years. They all make products that I believe in and will continue to buy.

[@gabrielkuntzman5806]

Dream endorsers would be Sonor drums, Aquarian Heads, Sabian or Istanbul Cymbals, Vater drumsticks, Shure or Sennheiser Mics, and Roland E-drums.

[@spartanerkataner6782]

i would definetly go for Sonor because i always played Sonor Drums and for me they have always been the best and the actual factory in germany is pretty close to the place where i live. For cymbals i would go for MEINL.

[@judahenjoyseducation4549]

My Dream Evans Drumheads (LOVE the EMAD2/Heavyweight Kick) Vater Drumsticks Tama Drums

[@TheodoreDorado]

Dream endorsements: -Frank Zappa's ghost (but only the head, preferably floating) -Mineo's Pizza in Pittsburgh, PA -Mickey's brand malt liquor -Snerfu (4th Dynasty pharoah, Old Kingdom) -The British Academy of Ornithology -White Owl brand blunt wraps -Gabe

[@JaxonHaze]

I’ve got it all planned out Yamaha Meinl Pro•Mark Evans LP Shure

[@josiahpringle498]

Thanks for the advice gabe it was really helpful! And my dream company’s are Sjc drums Meinl cymbals Remo drum heads Vater drumsticks And I hope I will get endorsed by those companies in the future.

[@DustinBusa914]

If I could choose endorsements from all my dream companies, ones that I really believe in: Drums: Ludwig/DW Cymbals: Istanbul/Heartbeat Heads: Remo Sticks: Vic Firth

[@Falla2011]

Promark sticks and meinl cymbals would be the dream!

[@MusicxFreakCoB]

Since you asked: Drumkit: Pearl Cymbals: Meinl or zildjian as I am more a guitar player: PRS!!! 😍 (still love my Ibanez tho and have huge respect for other companies such as Schecter guitars) I probably wouldn't get an endorsement, since I really like lots of different stuff. (the main reason might be that I'm nowhere near good enough to get endorsed... 😅)

[@lochlanrivers1021]

dream endorsements would have to be: Zildjian cymbals. Vic Firth sticks Pearl kits (or Ludwig) and Remo skins, although, would be happy with Evans.

[@brianrodriguez6184]

My dream companies would hands down have to be vater drumsticks, pork pie drums and paiste cymbals!

[@baddrummercool]

My Dream -SoulTone -Evans Heads -Vic Firth

[@camrocks9764]

SJC Custom Drums Zildjian Cymbals Vic Firth Roland Remo

[@barrettdrums6358]

DW drums and hardware, Zildjian cymbals, Remo drumheads, and Vic Firth sticks.

[@0tto777]

Remo and Zildjian. That said my Sabian 13” HHX hats are incredible! So crisp. No washy click, just nice and tight.

[@DrumBeatsOnline]

Heck yeah! Love it.

[@mikedobbs8629]

I'm a guitar player not a Drummer...... But that being said I am a Nerd. It is really difficult to name one company over another. But my top 2 Is PRS guitars. And ESP Guitars. Honestly though I would be happy with just getting a string and Picks deal.

[@byroncapalot3376]

Dream endorsements Tama Vic firth/promark Zildjian Remo Roland

[@lylaznboi01]

1. SJC/Tama 2. Zildjian/Meinl Cymbals. Both are great in my opinion. 3. Evans Drumheads 4. Vater Drumsticks

[@Marcus-wv6wm]

Yamaha, Ludwig ( Snare ), Zildjian, Remo, Vic Firth

[@johannesrantala]

Nice vid! And the question is a no brainer for me. Meinl, Tama and Balbex

[@WaitingInExile]

My dream companies would be Dream cymbals, Vic Firth sticks, Remo heads, DW for hardware, and either SJC or Gretsch... haven't made up my mind on that one yet

[@ktdtheskeletondrummer]

Mine has to be Vic Firth, Zildjian, Dw Drums/PDP Drums or Sabian that is what i dream of Endorsements thanks for the Tip and Awesome Video by the Way.

[@anntimme3274]

My dream sticks Vic Firth drum set Ludwig heads Remo cymbals Paiste

[@therestingmitchface6241]

I remember there was a video by Drumeo, where Jared Falk said you don't have to be good to get an endorsement. I remember laughing and scoffing at that, until I remembered that Lars Ulrich is endorsed Zildjian... My dream sponsors include SJC Drums, Zildjian cymbals, Pro Mark Sticks, Remo heads, and 64 Audio

[@TylerCritti]

If i could be endorsed by my dream companies id choose Sabain or Meinl, Tama or Pearl, Vic Firth, and Evans.

[@DrumBeatsOnline]

Great choices!

[@Chriswasreigns]

Sabian, Pearl, DW (hardware), Vic Firth and Remo would be my choice

[@ChristopherSackett]

I'd go with remo, sabian, dw drums and hardware, vic firth sticks

[@emlix1]

My son is 7, and he's already better than I am, I approached Remo thinking that heads might be the place to start for him. They told me to come back when he had endorsements for drums, cymbals and sticks. Which he's not going to get as a 7 year old. It's not like I was just looking for a hand-out, I was hoping to boost his confidence and start a relationship with Remo that would last a lifetime. But no dice.

[@jwebby85]

My dream endorsements: Tama Drums Sabian Cymbals (or Zildjian. I have equal love for both) Remo Drumheads (best heads in the world. Especially snare heads and the powerstroke 3 kick is industry standard) Vic Firth sticks (X5A/X55A)

[@johnmccreary2501]

My dream is getting endorsed by Meinl, Vic Firth, and DW... Gonna have to give it some more serious time behind the kit before that though. Love the channel, Gabe!

[@sidiqnur]

My dream endorsement is: - DW Drums (drums & hardware) - Meinl Cymbals - Vic Firth - Evans Drumheads :)

[@j.ColeDrums]

I'm endorsed by SJC drums and collision drum sticks and I love it more than anything if I could endorse a cymbal company it would be zildjian I've loved them forever

[@seanmurrayandtourettes2827]

If I were to choose an endorsement I would choose Agop Istanbul Cymbals, they just have that old school feel I love, as well as they have kept up to the current trends and have adapted their cymbals to keep their style while offering the Newer styles. I would also endorse Vater drumsticks, I have really gotten into (Sugar) Maple drumsticks lately and Vaters got me have had the best feel as I engage in the drums. If I were to do a drum endorsement it would probably be either Ludwig or Pearl just because I know I would be happy with their products based on experience over the years playing their gear.

[@josiahgreen9529]

My dream: Drums: Mapex Cymbals: sabian Heads: Evans Sticks: Vater Hardware: Tama

[@hechogamermx4812]

Great content, I personally agree with you, I’d rather keep playing the drums I like.

[@thelonelylobster7934]

I would LOVEEE to get endorsed by Sabian. All my cymbals (except hi hats) are Sabian’s and I just love them!!!

[@mathiasrasmussen7133]

My dream company would be Avategarde Cymbals! Amazing Danish Cymbals, and being Danish makes it a little extra speciel! :)

[@carolushirokisatyanegara7044]

Yamaha and Promark (d'addario)

[@codysmith43]

Aviation 11 d’addario makes Evans too so that’s a good company to get in with for sure

[@therestingmitchface6241]

I live and swear by Promark sticks. Been using them for nearly 10 years

[@msorensen4426]

i second that with Meinl for cymbals, else it would be Evans for heads, DW or Tama (not quite sure) VIC for sticks

[@nicolasfrom]

If I can ever choose an endorsement, I will go for stuff that I already have. I have my 10 years old UFIP cymbals, I am extremely happy with those, It would be an honor to be part of the italian UFIP team. And I really like Gibraltar hardware wich I own too. I don't need a drum, I have a big Ludwig 80's kit and an ASBA stainless kit, I'm really happy with that. Sticks and heads… I don't care!!! I buy some when there is a discount im my local music store.

[@catman6089]

My number one would be Sabian. I've been using their cymbals almost exclusively for maybe 5 years now and I think they have a great selection of different kinds of cymbals with different sounds. But I'd also love to endorse Meinl or Evans or literally any other company lmao

[@jameslabriola8761]

great opinion! sabian rides sound absolutlely amazing!

[@bryancartermusic]

Spot on Gabe! At the end of the day endorsements are about relationships. Stellar content as usual!

[@hilelchavez]

My dream Zildjian cymbals Remo heads Promark sticks